What restaurants are open on Christmas Day in the Peoria area?

Asia Grill, Carrigan's Pub, City Heat, Country Saloon, Crusens War Memorial, Fox & Ford, Golden Kitchen, Hokkaido Restaurant, Holy Crab, Jerusalem Restaurant, Jimmy's Bar , Lin Buffet, Ming Shee, Nelson's Deli, The Neon Bison, Osaka Hibachi & Sushi Bar, Peacock's Pub, Russley's Watering Hole, Shogun Japanese Restaurant, Skwurt Inn, Suite Fire Bar and Grille, Tartan Inn, Tin Lizard Bar & Grill, Washington Family Restaurant, Yatta Hibachi & Sushi, Yen Ching

With festive décor found in front yards and presents piling up beneath the tree, it is clear that Christmas is right around the corner. This year, the holiday falls on Thursday, Dec. 25.

For many, it is a time to gather with loved ones, give thoughtful gifts and indulge in good food. Your holiday meal doesn’t have to be homecooked, however. More than a dozen restaurants and bars will be open in the Peoria area.

So whether dining out is a holiday tradition or you are simply looking to scratch one thing off your to-do list, here is a look at where you can dine on Christmas Day.

Asia Grill

The regular menu - without lunch or dinner combos - will be offered.

Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Carrigan's Pub

While the kitchen is closed, the bar will be open.

Hours: Opens at 3 p.m.

City Heat

Asia Grill, Carrigan's Pub, City Heat, Country Saloon, Crusens War Memorial, Fox & Ford, Golden Kitchen, Hokkaido Restaurant, Holy Crab, Jerusalem Restaurant, Jimmy's Bar , Lin Buffet, Ming Shee, Nelson's Deli, The Neon Bison, Osaka Hibachi & Sushi Bar, Peacock's Pub, Russley's Watering Hole, Shogun Japanese Restaurant, Skwurt Inn, Suite Fire Bar and Grille, Tartan Inn, Tin Lizard Bar & Grill, Washington Family Restaurant, Yatta Hibachi & Sushi, Yen Ching

Christmas lights, ornaments, tinsel and even a present cling to the ceiling at City Heat, 2248 W. Glen Avenue in Peoria.

Hours: Noon to 1 a.m.

Country Saloon

While the kitchen is closed, a free Christmas buffet will be served at around 1 p.m. Visitors will find traditional holiday fare like turkey and mashed potatoes.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Crusens War Memorial

Asia Grill, Carrigan's Pub, City Heat, Country Saloon, Crusens War Memorial, Fox & Ford, Golden Kitchen, Hokkaido Restaurant, Holy Crab, Jerusalem Restaurant, Jimmy's Bar , Lin Buffet, Ming Shee, Nelson's Deli, The Neon Bison, Osaka Hibachi & Sushi Bar, Peacock's Pub, Russley's Watering Hole, Shogun Japanese Restaurant, Skwurt Inn, Suite Fire Bar and Grille, Tartan Inn, Tin Lizard Bar & Grill, Washington Family Restaurant, Yatta Hibachi & Sushi, Yen Ching

Crusen's on War Memorial was voted as the top sports bar in the Peoria area for 2023, according to Journal Star readers.

The regular menu will be available.

Hours: 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Fox & Ford

Asia Grill, Carrigan's Pub, City Heat, Country Saloon, Crusens War Memorial, Fox & Ford, Golden Kitchen, Hokkaido Restaurant, Holy Crab, Jerusalem Restaurant, Jimmy's Bar , Lin Buffet, Ming Shee, Nelson's Deli, The Neon Bison, Osaka Hibachi & Sushi Bar, Peacock's Pub, Russley's Watering Hole, Shogun Japanese Restaurant, Skwurt Inn, Suite Fire Bar and Grille, Tartan Inn, Tin Lizard Bar & Grill, Washington Family Restaurant, Yatta Hibachi & Sushi, Yen Ching

Fox & Ford is replacing Table 19 at Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette. The soft opening is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 15.

Along with the regular menu, a Christmas Duo Platter with ham, turkey, sides and dessert will be available for $31.99. Reservations are recommended and can be made through OpenTable.

Hours: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Golden Kitchen

The restaurant’s regular menu, along with various combos, will be available.

Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Hokkaido Restaurant

Asia Grill, Carrigan's Pub, City Heat, Country Saloon, Crusens War Memorial, Fox & Ford, Golden Kitchen, Hokkaido Restaurant, Holy Crab, Jerusalem Restaurant, Jimmy's Bar , Lin Buffet, Ming Shee, Nelson's Deli, The Neon Bison, Osaka Hibachi & Sushi Bar, Peacock's Pub, Russley's Watering Hole, Shogun Japanese Restaurant, Skwurt Inn, Suite Fire Bar and Grille, Tartan Inn, Tin Lizard Bar & Grill, Washington Family Restaurant, Yatta Hibachi & Sushi, Yen Ching

Hokkaido Restaurant is at 3311 N. University St. in Peoria.

The regular menu will be available. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling the restaurant.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Holy Crab

Asia Grill, Carrigan's Pub, City Heat, Country Saloon, Crusens War Memorial, Fox & Ford, Golden Kitchen, Hokkaido Restaurant, Holy Crab, Jerusalem Restaurant, Jimmy's Bar , Lin Buffet, Ming Shee, Nelson's Deli, The Neon Bison, Osaka Hibachi & Sushi Bar, Peacock's Pub, Russley's Watering Hole, Shogun Japanese Restaurant, Skwurt Inn, Suite Fire Bar and Grille, Tartan Inn, Tin Lizard Bar & Grill, Washington Family Restaurant, Yatta Hibachi & Sushi, Yen Ching

A sampler of Holy Crab's Cajun seafood boil includes snow crab, mussels, shrimp, lobster tail and sausage.

The regular menu will be available.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Jerusalem Restaurant

The restaurant expects to offer lamb along with its regular menu.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Jimmy's Bar

Asia Grill, Carrigan's Pub, City Heat, Country Saloon, Crusens War Memorial, Fox & Ford, Golden Kitchen, Hokkaido Restaurant, Holy Crab, Jerusalem Restaurant, Jimmy's Bar , Lin Buffet, Ming Shee, Nelson's Deli, The Neon Bison, Osaka Hibachi & Sushi Bar, Peacock's Pub, Russley's Watering Hole, Shogun Japanese Restaurant, Skwurt Inn, Suite Fire Bar and Grille, Tartan Inn, Tin Lizard Bar & Grill, Washington Family Restaurant, Yatta Hibachi & Sushi, Yen Ching

The original welcome sign from 1982 still hangs inside Jimmy's Bar on Farmington Road in West Peoria.

Hours: Opens at 6 p.m.

Lin Buffet

Lin Buffet will charge an all-day dinner price of $14.99 for its buffet.

Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Ming Shee

Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Nelson's Deli

Hours: 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

The Neon Bison

Asia Grill, Carrigan's Pub, City Heat, Country Saloon, Crusens War Memorial, Fox & Ford, Golden Kitchen, Hokkaido Restaurant, Holy Crab, Jerusalem Restaurant, Jimmy's Bar , Lin Buffet, Ming Shee, Nelson's Deli, The Neon Bison, Osaka Hibachi & Sushi Bar, Peacock's Pub, Russley's Watering Hole, Shogun Japanese Restaurant, Skwurt Inn, Suite Fire Bar and Grille, Tartan Inn, Tin Lizard Bar & Grill, Washington Family Restaurant, Yatta Hibachi & Sushi, Yen Ching

A brand new fully-stocked bar back complete with a mounted bison head stands as the centerpiece of the new Neon Bison in downtown Peoria.

The kitchen is not expected to be in operation on Christmas Day, but the bar will be open.

Hours: Opens at 5 p.m.

Osaka Hibachi & Sushi Bar

The restaurant's dinner menu will be available.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Peacock's Pub

Hours: The kitchen and bar will open at 5 p.m.

Russley's Watering Hole

Butch's Pizza and drinks will be available.

Hours: Opens at 5 p.m.

Shogun Japanese Restaurant

The restaurant's dinner menu will be available.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Skwurt Inn

While the kitchen will be closed, the bar will be open.

Hours: Opens at 3 p.m.

Suite Fire Bar and Grille

Suite Fire Bar and Grille will be open for breakfast on Christmas Day.

Hours: 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Tartan Inn

Butch’s Pizza will be available. The establishment will host live music featuring KuhnTree Jerry.

Hours: Opens at 5 p.m.

Tin Lizard Bar & Grill

Hours: 2 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Washington Family Restaurant

A special holiday menu with breakfast, along with a few lunch and dinner dishes, will be served.

Hours: 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Yatta Hibachi & Sushi

Asia Grill, Carrigan's Pub, City Heat, Country Saloon, Crusens War Memorial, Fox & Ford, Golden Kitchen, Hokkaido Restaurant, Holy Crab, Jerusalem Restaurant, Jimmy's Bar , Lin Buffet, Ming Shee, Nelson's Deli, The Neon Bison, Osaka Hibachi & Sushi Bar, Peacock's Pub, Russley's Watering Hole, Shogun Japanese Restaurant, Skwurt Inn, Suite Fire Bar and Grille, Tartan Inn, Tin Lizard Bar & Grill, Washington Family Restaurant, Yatta Hibachi & Sushi, Yen Ching

One of Yatta Hibachi & Sushi's most popular sushi dishes, the Washington Roll. The restaurant opened Dec. 17, 2023 after an extensive renovation of a space once occupied by a pet grooming service at 1107 Peoria Street in Washington.

The regular menu will be available.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Yen Ching

The regular menu will be available.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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